Recall 02V076000: 1997–1999 Plymouth Voyager and 2 other models

Report received

Mar 8, 2002

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler corporation

Potentially affected

545,311vehicles

Model years

1997–1999

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain minivans, some trim material can loosen and drop into the rear outboard seat belt assembly, causing the seat belt to become inoperative.

Possible consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the trim with foam blockers and inspect and replace all 3rd row seat belt assemblies. Owner notification began june 3, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1997 Chrysler Town And Country388 complaints
• 1998 Chrysler Town And Country296 complaints
• 1999 Chrysler Town And Country362 complaints
• 1997 Dodge Caravan714 complaints
• 1998 Dodge Caravan629 complaints
• 1999 Dodge Caravan555 complaints
• 1997 Plymouth Voyager346 complaints
• 1998 Plymouth Voyager323 complaints
• 1999 Plymouth Voyager273 complaints